Visa 864

Q: Who is eligible for a Subclass 864 Visa?

Applicants must generally be old enough to receive the Australian Age Pension, have an eligible sponsor, satisfy the Balance of Family Test, meet health and character requirements, and be in Australia when applying.

Q: What is the difference between the Subclass 864 and Subclass 143 Visa?

Both visas provide permanent residency. The key difference is that the Subclass 864 Visa is for aged parents who are in Australia and meet the age requirement, while the Subclass 143 Visa is generally for parents applying from inside or outside Australia regardless of age.

Q: Can I stay in Australia while my 864 Visa is being processed?

Yes. One of the main advantages of the Subclass 864 Visa is that eligible applicants can remain in Australia while their application is being processed, subject to their visa conditions.

Q: Can my spouse be included in my 864 Visa application?

Yes. Eligible spouses or partners can usually be included in the same visa application.

Q: Do I get Medicare with a Subclass 864 Visa?

Yes. Permanent Subclass 864 Visa holders are generally eligible to enrol in Medicare, Australia's public healthcare system.

Q: What makes GIEC Global one of the best Parent Visa consultants?

Our experienced migration consultants provide personalized advice, transparent communication, and dedicated support throughout every stage of the Parent Visa process.

Q: Is the Subclass 864 Visa worth applying for?

Many families choose the Subclass 864 Visa because it offers a direct pathway to permanent residency and allows eligible aged parents to remain in Australia with their children while their application progresses.

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The 864 Visa, also called the Contributory Parent Visa, lets parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens live in Australia forever. This visa helps families come together and enjoy a new life in Australia. At GIEC Global Australia we help families apply for this visa and make the process easy.

Benefits of Visa 864

This visa allows you to:

Live in Australia permanently

Work and study in Australia

Access Australia’s public healthcare system, Medicare

Apply for Australian citizenship, if eligible

Your age must be 65 or below 65

Sponsor family members to join you in Australia

What is the 864 Visa?

The 864 Visa is for parents who want to move to Australia and live with their children. This visa is part of the Contributory Parent Visa program. To get this visa parents need to pay a special fee to help with their future heal thcare in Australia.

The 864 Visa lets parents live in Australia permanently. They can work, study, and use healthcare services just like other permanent residents.

parents must be sponsored by their child, who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen. Parents usually need to be 66 years old or older.

All applicants must pass health checks to make sure they are healthy and have no serious criminal history.

Parents must have more children living in Australia than in any other country.

The 864 Visa requires parents to pay a significant fee to the Australian government. This fee helps cover their healthcare costs after they arrive in Australia.

Basic Requirements for Visa 864

To apply for the 864 Visa, you need to meet these basic requirements:

Age Requirement: You must be 66 years old or older when you apply.

Sponsorship: You need to be sponsored by your child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen. Your child will be responsible for helping you in Aus tralia.

Balance of Family Test: You must have more children living in Australia than in any other country

Health and Character Requirements: You need to pass health checks and provide information about your character. This means you should not have serious criminal records.

Financial Contribution: You must pay a fee to the Australian government to help with your healthcare costs.

Documentation: You need to show documents that prove your relationship with your child, sponsorship details and health check results.

How to Apply for the 864 Visa

Here’s how to apply for the 864 Visa:

Check Eligibility

Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements, like age, sponsorship and the balance of family test.

Gather Required Documents

Collect important documents, such as proof of your relationship with your child, sponsorship details and health check results.

Submit Your Application

Once you have all your documents ready, submit your application online. Ensure all inform ation is correct to avoid delays.

Receive Your Visa

If your application is approved, you will get the 864 Visa, allowing you to live in Australia permanently.

Wait for Processing

After submitting your application you need to wait for the Department of Home Affairs to process it. This may take a few month.

Fees Structure

Fee Type	Applicant	Amount (AUD)
VisaEnvoy Professional Fee	All Applicants	$4,500
Application Fee	Main Applicant	$4,765
Dependant Application Fee	Spouse	$2,380
2nd Visa Application Charge (Payable at Decision)	Main Applicant	$43,600
2nd Visa Application Charge (Payable at Decision)	Spouse	$43,600